{"id":153770,"date":"2025-07-06T11:32:55","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T11:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-death-toll-from-the-floods-in-texas-has-reached-52-and-there-are-many-injuries-and-people-reported-missing\/"},"modified":"2025-07-06T11:32:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-06T11:32:56","slug":"the-death-toll-from-the-floods-in-texas-has-reached-52-and-there-are-many-injuries-and-people-reported-missing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-death-toll-from-the-floods-in-texas-has-reached-52-and-there-are-many-injuries-and-people-reported-missing\/","title":{"rendered":"The death toll from the floods in Texas has reached 52, and there are many injuries and people reported missing."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The dead number of floods in Texas (AP\/Julio Cortez) amounted to 52 (AP\/Julio Cortez)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Catastrophic Floods Strike Texas<\/h2>\n

At least 52 people have died<\/strong> and dozens remain missing after devastating floods hit central and southern Texas<\/strong>. Caused by the sudden flooding of the Guadalupe River<\/strong>, the water levels reached unprecedented heights following heavy rainfall that began Friday afternoon. The most affected area is Kerr County<\/strong>, situated east of San Antonio<\/strong>, where the casualties include 15 minors.<\/p>\n

County Sheriff Larry Leitha Jr.<\/strong> reported that search and rescue operations are still underway. “We are still focused on locating missing people,” he stated during a public briefing. Local authorities are deploying ground, aerial, and aquatic resources, supported by canine units. Nim Kidd<\/strong>, head of the Texas Emergency Management Department<\/strong>, emphasized that the search efforts will span the entire Guadalupe River, assuring families that “they will not stop until everyone is found.”<\/p>\n

In Travis County<\/strong>, 4 additional deaths have been confirmed, with at least 13 people reported missing. Fatalities were also recorded in Burnet<\/strong> (3 deaths), Kendall<\/strong> (1 death), and Tom Green<\/strong> (1 death). Among the victims are residents and visitors who gathered in the area to commemorate the July 4 holiday<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The authorities intensify the search for missing individuals using ground, aerial, and aquatic resources along the Guadalupe River<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

A major area of concern is the Mystic Christian Camp<\/strong>, located beside the Guadalupe River, which was housing approximately 750 girls<\/strong>. Disturbingly, 27 minors<\/strong>, along with staff members, remain unaccounted for. The camp’s director, Dick Eastland<\/strong>, is among the deceased. Visual reports depict vehicles stranded, structures collapsed, and cabins inundated. Dalton Rice<\/strong>, the city manager of Kerville<\/strong>, noted that over 850 individuals have been evacuated to temporary shelters.<\/p>\n

According to the National Meteorological Service<\/strong>, more than 300 millimeters of rain<\/strong> fell within just 12 hours, leading to the unprecedented spike in river levels. In the town of Hunt<\/strong>, the Guadalupe River reached an alarming height of 9.9 meters<\/strong>, marking the second-highest level on record. Meteorologists confirmed the flood’s intensity was beyond expectations, with local officials admitting, “The predictions were wrong. The amount of rain was twice as much as anticipated,” stated Rice.<\/p>\n

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The Mystic Christian camp, located next to the
river, continues to search for 27 minors and monitors unaccounted for after the flood (AP\/Julio Cortez)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The situation remains precarious, with the National Weather Service<\/strong> issuing warnings of more intense rainfall, potentially accumulating between 5 and 10 centimeters per hour<\/strong> in saturated areas. Flood alerts are active in at least ten locations<\/strong>, and authorities have advised over 100,000 residents<\/strong> to seek higher ground. The weather service repeatedly emphasized on social media: “If you are near a potential overflow, move to higher ground immediately.”<\/p>\n

In response to this ongoing emergency, Texas Governor Greg Abbott<\/strong> has declared a state of disaster<\/strong> and requested federal assistance. President Donald Trump<\/strong> expressed his support through Truth Social<\/strong>, stating, “Texas will do everything possible to ensure that all missing people are found.” Federal efforts have mobilized 500 rescuers<\/strong>, along with 14 helicopters<\/strong>, the National Guard<\/strong>, and the Texas Coast Guard<\/strong> to assist in rescue operations.<\/p>\n

Additionally, authorities must deal with health risks stemming from water pollution, linked to gasoline and chemicals. To mitigate health hazards, the drinking water supply will temporarily be substituted with underground sources. The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office<\/strong> has urged residents to avoid traveling through affected areas unless absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n

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Water pollution and health risks exacerbate the emergency, with experts linking the disaster to climate change (AP\/Eric Gay)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Flooding events are not new to this region. Last month alone, thirteen people died<\/strong> in San Antonio<\/strong> due to similar circumstances. However, scientists and climate experts concur that climate change<\/strong> is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of these natural disasters. Extreme rainfall<\/strong> events are becoming more common, overwhelming existing drainage and emergency systems that are not equipped to handle such high volumes of water quickly.<\/p>\n

In Kerville<\/strong>, families affected by the flood are anxiously awaiting updates in community centers and temporary shelters. Many residents have begun organizing cleanup efforts, removing debris and mud that surged into their homes, despite officials warning that conditions remain perilous. Rice<\/strong> has urged community members to assist each other while adhering to emergency protocols.<\/p>\n

As search and rescue operations continue, local authorities plan to provide further updates throughout the week. The overarching priority remains finding the missing individuals and preventing further casualties in a situation that is unfolding rapidly. The disaster has starkly highlighted the vulnerabilities of a region increasingly confronting the severe consequences of extreme weather phenomena.<\/p>\n


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